As the NBA All-Star Weekend grabs global headlines, the question returns in Europe: what would a true EuroLeague All-Star Game look like? From Team Europe vs Team World to the Three-Point Contest and Dunk Contest, here is a full projection of how the event could unfold.
With the NBA All-Star Weekend once again capturing global attention, it inevitably raises a familiar question on the other side of the Atlantic: what would a true EuroLeague All-Star Game look like?
EuroLeague executives have repeatedly considered a future All-Star event, and while no official format has been announced, the idea continues to generate intrigue.
Whereas in the NBA there is Team World vs. Team USA, let's make it a "Team Europe vs. Team World". Here is how a hypothetical EuroLeague All-Star Weekend could unfold.
Team Europe
Starters:
Sylvain Francisco
Sasha Vezenkov
Nikola Milutinov
Nadir Hifi
Filip Petrusev
Sylvain Francisco has emerged as one of the most dynamic guards in the competition. His combination of shot creation, perimeter accuracy, and late-game composure has made him one of the most efficient high-usage guards in the league this season.
Francisco's ability to operate in tight half-court settings would make him a natural orchestrator for Team Europe.
On the wing, Sasha Vezenkov represents elite efficiency at its highest level. A former EuroLeague MVP and one of the most consistent scorers in recent years, Vezenkov combines off-ball movement, shooting versatility, and rebounding instincts.
His impact extends beyond scoring — he dictates spacing and forces defensive adjustments on every possession.
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Inside, Nikola Milutinov anchors the paint. Among the most productive centers in the competition, Milutinov continues to rank near the top in rebounding and interior efficiency.
His screen-setting, post presence, and rim protection would provide structural balance to a European roster built on discipline and execution.
Nadir Hifi, one of the breakout perimeter scorers of the season, would bring necessary pace and unpredictability.
His quick release and confidence from deep have translated into high-volume scoring nights, and his fearless style would add offensive dynamism to an otherwise methodical lineup.
Rounding out the five is Filip Petrusev, whose development into a versatile frontcourt scorer has been evident.
Capable of spacing the floor, attacking off the dribble, and finishing inside, Petrusev represents the modern European big — mobile, skilled, and adaptable.
Potential full roster:
Position Player Team
G Sylvain Francisco Zalgiris
F Sasha Vezenkov Olympiacos
C Nikola Milutinov Olympiacos
G Nadir Hifi Paris Basketball
F Filip Petrusev Dubai Basketball
F Tornike Shengelia Virtus
G Timothe Luwawu–Cabarrot Baskonia
F Cedi Osman Panathinaikos
G Andreas Obst Bayern
C Daniel Theis AS Monaco
Team World
Starters:
Chima Moneke
Elijah Bryant
Mike James
Kendrick Nunn
Mfiondu Kabengele
Mike James, the EuroLeague's all-time leading scorer, would headline the roster.
His ability to generate offense in isolation, control tempo, and score in bunches makes him an automatic selection for any showcase event.
James has consistently performed at an elite level, and his competitive nature thrives in big-stage environments.
Alongside him, Kendrick Nunn has rapidly established himself as one of the most explosive scorers in Europe.
His scoring bursts, shot-making range, and NBA pedigree add star appeal to the event. Nunn's transition to the European game has demonstrated that elite talent translates regardless of system.
Elijah Bryant offers two-way balance. A proven winner with EuroLeague championship experience, Bryant combines perimeter shooting with defensive versatility.
His efficiency in high-pressure games would stabilize a lineup built on individual creators.
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In the frontcourt, Chima Moneke brings relentless energy. One of the league's most physical forwards, Moneke contributes across categories — scoring, rebounding, transition play — and consistently ranks among advanced efficiency leaders.
His intensity would be perfectly suited to an All-Star atmosphere.
Completing the five is Mfiondu Kabengele, whose athleticism and interior scoring have made him one of the most dominant paint players in European competition.
His ability to finish above the rim would add verticality and spectacle to Team World's attack.
Potential full roster:
Position Player Team
F Chima Moneke Crvena Zvezda
G Elijah Bryant Hapoel Tel Aviv
G Mike James AS Monaco
G Kendrick Nunn Panathinaikos
C Mfiondu Kabengele Dubai Basketball
G Wade Baldwin IV Fenerbahce
F Jordan Nwora Crvena Zvezda
C Daniel Oturu Hapoel Tel Aviv
F Trey Lyles Real Madrid
G Kevin Punter Barcelona
Three-Point Contest
A EuroLeague All-Star Weekend would not be complete without a Three-Point Contest featuring the competition's most efficient perimeter shooters.
Likely participants
Position Full name Team
G Andreas Obst FC Bayern Munich
F Davis Bertans Dubai Basketball
G Evan Fournier Olympiacos Piraeus
G Armoni Brooks EA7 Emporio Armani Milan
G Carsen Edwards Virtus Bologna
G Markus Howard Baskonia Vitoria–Gasteiz
Dunk Contest
While EuroLeague is traditionally more tactical than theatrical, athleticism is far from lacking.
Likely participants
Position Full name Team
C Kai Jones Anadolu Efes Istanbul
C Tyrique Jones Dubai Basketball
G Lonnie Walker IV Maccabi Tel Aviv
C Josh Nebo EA7 Emporio Armani Milan
Venue
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The EuroLeague All-Star Game deserves a stage that combines elite basketball culture, modern infrastructure, and big-event atmosphere.
Ulker Sports and Event Hall offers exactly that balance.
Located in Istanbul, the arena has been home to Fenerbahce Beko, one of Europe's most prominent EuroLeague clubs.
That alone guarantees something essential for an All-Star showcase: an audience that understands and celebrates high-level basketball.
The energy inside the arena during major EuroLeague nights is intense, coordinated, and relentless — the kind of environment that elevates even exhibition basketball into a spectacle.
With a basketball capacity of roughly 13,000 seats, Ulker Sports and Event Hall hits a strategic sweet spot.
It is large enough to generate significant ticket revenue and international visibility, yet compact enough to maintain intimacy.
Nojus Stankevičius
Nojus Stankevičius began his basketball writing journey in 2023, when he started studying Journalism at Vilnius University. In 2024, he participated in the BasketNews Academy. Then, a year later, in 2025, he officially joined BasketNews as a Daily Writer, marking the beginning of his professional career in sports journalism.
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